The United States has proposed a 28-point peace plan aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, a move that has placed Kyiv in a precarious diplomatic position. Crafted by the Trump administration and the Kremlin without Ukraine’s involvement, the plan has drawn criticism for its concessions to Russian demands, including the recognition of Crimea, Luhansk, and Donetsk as de facto Russian territories. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has repeatedly rejected such territorial compromises, emphasizing the need for a peace agreement that ensures Russia does not invade again. The proposal also includes provisions limiting Ukraine’s military capabilities, barring NATO membership, and requiring constitutional changes to enshrine neutrality. While Russian President Vladimir Putin has welcomed the plan, Ukrainian officials and analysts view it as a nonstarter, citing contradictions and potential violations of Ukraine’s sovereignty. The plan further calls for Russia to relinquish control of certain territories and proposes using frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine’s reconstruction, a move Moscow has vehemently opposed. As Ukraine navigates this complex diplomatic landscape, the proposal underscores the challenges of balancing international alliances with national sovereignty.
Proposed peace plan for Ukraine leaves country in a delicate position between US and Russia
